With technology developing at such an incredible pace, and the need for digital skills becoming ever more important, the IT sector really is an exciting, vibrant and rewarding industry to work in.
Our computing and IT courses will give you the skills, knowledge and training required to enter the workplace as an IT professional or to progress into a computing-related higher education course. In the world of IT, the possibilities are truly endless.
We offer courses for complete beginners to those with more experience with courses starting at entry level right through to a level 5 qualification. If you are aged 16 to 19 and don’t yet have your English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above, these subjects will be an essential part of your study programme. All courses are designed to give you the skills and knowledge needed to work in the computing industry.
At entry level you will be introduced to essential IT skills including word processing, spreadsheets, graphics software and how to get the best out of the internet. There is also a large element of essential English and maths skills. We offer a range of level 3 courses from games development, networking, a general diploma and even an Access course for adult learners who want to go to university. The highest qualification we offer is our level 5 Computing Higher National Diploma. This course covers a range of skills around current IT technologies related to wed and multimedia, as well as an overview of computer architecture, systems development, programming and databases.
As part of the Microsoft Imagine programme, we are able to provide training in the latest products and services – ensuring that when you leave us you feel comfortable at the forefront of leading edge technology. We can also provide work experience. Our learners have full access to Microsoft Imagine for all Microsoft developer applications, operating systems, and Microsoft Office free of charge.
Computing Higher National Diploma
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Read MoreCourse Code: C0882
Start Date
11 Sep 2023 
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year 
Campus
St Margaret's Campus Develop your technical skills in areas of web design, computer systems and computer security on this A level equivalent course.
Course Code: C7904
Start Date
11 Sep 2023
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus This course will develop your software and web development skill and prepare you for a career in the field of software development, web development or associated industries. During the course, you will develop skills in the use of industry-standard software packages including Visual Studio and Adobe Creative Suite.
Course Code: C0180
Start Date
11 Sep 2023
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus Are you interested in the latest ICT technologies and enjoy learning about how computers work, programming, developing apps and products? This course gives you the opportunity to study a wide range of ICT-related modules to learn some truly in-demand skills.
Course Code: C7264
Start Date
11 Sep 2023
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
2 years
Campus
St Margaret's Campus If you’ve ever helped a relative with their smartphone, shown a teacher how to use a tablet, walked a schoolmate through some software, the digital support services T level IT support/hardware/software needs you. On this course, patience and problem-solving are as powerful as each other.
Course Code: C7263
Start Date
11 Sep 2023
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
2 years
Campus
St Margaret's Campus The digital world runs at high speed, changing, evolving and growing almost daily. And the digital T level takes you right to its heart, preparing you for a career that may not even exist yet. This is a course for innovators and pioneers – is that you?
Course Code: C7513
Start Date
11 Sep 2023
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
1 year
Campus
St Margaret's Campus This course is designed to develop your understanding of Information Technology and prepare you to progress onto higher level study. You will develop a broad understanding of website design and digital communication technologies as well as essential skills including communication, problem-solving and research, which can help you in all areas of your professional and personal life.
Course Code: C7906
Start Date
25 Sep 2023
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
2 years
Campus
St Margaret's Campus This two year HND in computing leading towards a network engineering pathway is designed to enable you to demonstrate knowledge, skills and behaviours and develop employability skills to attain the HTQ (Higher Technical Qualification) status recognised by employers.
Course Code: C7633
Start Date
25 Sep 2023
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
2 years
Campus
St Margaret's Campus Advance your studies with our Higher National Diploma in computer software engineering, covering key areas of advanced programming, software engineering, game development and artificial intelligence. We will help prepare you for work in the industry, with competitive skillsets. After finishing the course, you have extensive options for progression including careers in software design and computing.
Course Code: C0005
Start Date
02 Oct 2023
Study Hours
Full Time
Duration
2 years
Campus
St Margaret's Campus Get technical with our Higher National Diploma in computing, covering key areas including research and ethics, visual web development, and advanced programming, we will help you build a diverse and competitive skillset in Computing. After finishing the course, you have extensive options for progression including careers in web development, programming, and system analytics.
